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| Monday | 12 to 6 PM |
| Tuesday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
About The Million Year Picnic
The Million Year Picnic is a comic book store located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. The Million Year Picnic in Cambridge has sold comics since the early 1970s and describes itself as New England's oldest comic shop. It carries new and used comics, trade paperbacks, graphic novels and hardcovers, with a focus on independent and alternative work, plus t-shirts and toys. Pull-list subscribers get a discount, and the shop's name comes from a comic adaptation of a Ray Bradbury story. Google reviewers most often mention the friendly staff and graphic novels. The Million Year Picnic is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 182 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for graphic novels, manga, the latest Wednesday releases, local comic shops like The Million Year Picnic in Cambridge are the heart of the Massachusetts collecting community. Visit The Million Year Picnic online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Million Year Picnic at a glance
- Ranked #1 of 3 rated comic book stores in Cambridge by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (11 AM to 7 PM) · Open Sundays (11 AM to 7 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is Newbury Comics in Cambridge, under 0.1 mi away.
- Find The Million Year Picnic on Instagram, Facebook, X.
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The Million Year Picnic reviews
Is The Million Year Picnic well reviewed?
The Million Year Picnic has a 4.8-star average from 182 Google reviews. That ranks #1 of 3 rated comic book stores in Cambridge once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 3 rated comic book stores in Cambridge is 4.7 stars, so The Million Year Picnic is above the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about The Million Year Picnic
Where is The Million Year Picnic located?
The Million Year Picnic is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts at 99 Mt Auburn St.
Does The Million Year Picnic sell back issues?
Yes, The Million Year Picnic maintains a back issue inventory. Visit or call to ask about specific issues, runs, or keys you're looking for.
What should I expect at The Million Year Picnic?
The Million Year Picnic is a local comic book store in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Expect new releases, back issues, graphic novels, and a knowledgeable staff who can help you discover new titles or track down specific issues.
When is The Million Year Picnic open?
The Million Year Picnic's listed hours are: Monday 12 to 6 PM; Tuesday 12 to 7 PM; Wednesday 11 AM to 7 PM; Thursday 11 AM to 7 PM; Friday 11 AM to 7 PM; Saturday 11 AM to 7 PM; Sunday 11 AM to 7 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near The Million Year Picnic?
The closest are Newbury Comics in Cambridge (under 0.1 mi), Hub Comics in Cambridge (0.9 mi), Hub Comics in Somerville (1.3 mi).
Comic Book Stores near The Million Year Picnic
The closest other comic book stores to The Million Year Picnic, by distance:
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